City of Bothell gets involved on American Heart Association’s National Walking Day April 4

The American Heart Association (AHA) has designated April 4 as National Walking Day in an effort to encourage more Americans to adopt active lifestyles and lower their risk for heart disease, the leading killer in the United States. The city of Bothell is organizing a walk at noon for employees, area companies and the public. The walk will begin at the police station parking lot, 18410 101st Ave. N.E., and walkers will be provided water and snacks at the finish.

March 27, 2012 12:47 pm

The American Heart Association (AHA) has designated April 4 as National Walking Day in an effort to encourage more Americans to adopt active lifestyles and lower their risk for heart disease, the leading killer in the United States.

The city of Bothell is organizing a walk at noon for employees, area companies and the public. The walk will begin at the police station parking lot, 18410 101st Ave. N.E., and walkers will be provided water and snacks at the finish.

Walking has the lowest dropout rate for any physical activity, and walking for as little as 30 minutes a day can improve circulation, lower cholesterol and blood pressure and promote weight loss, according to the AHA.